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When discussing lameness with an equine professional, the following grading scale is the standard:
AAEP Grading System
0 Lameness not perceptible under any circumstances.
1 Lameness is difficult to observe; not consistently apparent regardless of circumstances (i.e., weight carrying, circling, inclines, hard surface, etc.).
2 Lameness is difficult to observe at a walk or in trotting a straight line; consistently apparent under certain circumstances (i.e., weight-carrying, circlng, inclines, hard surface, etc.).
3 Lameness is consistently observable at a trot under all circumstances.
4 Obvious lameness: marked nodding, hitching or shortened stride.
5 Minimal weight-bearing in motion and/or at rest; inability to move.
Click here to follow the actiion at the National Reining Breeders Classic www.nrbc.com.
AQHA approves EQUIOXX
at the recommended dose 12 hours prior to competition and up to 14 consecutive days. EQUIOXX controls pain ad inflammation associated with equine osteoarthritis.
at the recommended dose 12 hours prior to competition and up to 14 consecutive days. EQUIOXX controls pain ad inflammation associated with equine osteoarthritis.New Mexico State University needs horses for its Stock Horse breeding program and student competitive riding programs. To find out more information about donating your horse call Dr. Tim Ross at 575-646-2515.
We are hitting 80 degrees so watch for your non-sweating horses. Starting them on One-AC powder now will help you get through the hotter days.
Spring vaccinations are underway! The typical immunizations given to horses here in AZ are Eastern and Western Encephalomyelitis, Tetanus, Influenza, Rhinopneumonitis, and West Nile Virus.
This may not quailfy as breaking news here in AZ, but it is very interesting to Quarter Horse breeders from many different areas.
Congratulations to Marcy Ver Meer on her futurity score of 230 with Gunners Special Nite, winning the Intermediate Open Futurity and 2nd in the Open Futurity.
And the SCOOORREEEE.... it's NRHA Futurity time again. Click here for the action www.nrha.com
We LOVE this thing! www.toklat.com for the Blocker tie ring!
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